Road Maintenance/Equipment Operator - Bear Creek

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 11926
Department: Commissioner Precinct 4
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 1/13/2024 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 150
Position Description
Working At Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
Road Maintenance/Equipment Operator - Bear Creek Position Overview:
Precinct 4 is seeking a motivated and highly driven Operator to join our Road & Bridge (R&B) team. As an Operator you will be responsible for maintaining the various roadways and bridges within Precinct 4. Maintenance includes road reconstruction, tree trimming, storm debris removal, pothole repair, sign installation, ditch maintenance, and right of way mowing. R&B team members also play a key role during emergency situations and natural disasters.
You must have the ability to work diligently in a fast-paced environment and have a strong commitment to safety. A strong work ethic, initiative, a willingness to learn, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role. If you have a passion for serving others, and are eager to contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work diligently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.
  
• Performs a variety of road & drainage maintenance including but is not limited to road reconstruction, tree trimming, storm debris removal, pothole repair, sign installation, and ditching.
  
• Operate light and heavy construction equipment, including pick-up trucks, hydro-scope excavator, rollers, street sweepers, dump trucks, trash truck, vacuum/jet truck, front end loaders, backhoes, and power tools, as required.
  
• Performs routine daily maintenance including pre/post trip inspections, checking and filling fluids, report repairs, and cleaning all offices, work area, equipment, and facilities.
  
• Performs construction duties including setting up road signs, barricades, flagging and directing traffic, lasers, and utilizing hand tools.
  
• Handles road materials including asphalt, oils, gravel, limestone, concrete, compounds, and crack sealer material.
  
• Picks up trash and litter in various locations and maintains restrooms.
  
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:

• Six (6) months to one (1) year of related experience or training

Licensure:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL). (Candidates are required to obtain a CDL within three (3) months of employment.)

General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Full-time | 40 hours per week
  
• This may include weekends and holidays.

Location:

• Location: Bear Creek Service Center
  16355 Clay Rd, Houston, TX 77084

Work Environment:

• Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials.
  
• Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures.
  
• Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.)

Physical Demands:

• Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools, materials, and equipment over rough terrain; climbing, reaching, and bending.
  
• Frequently required to walk, sit, talk, drive, hear, bend, stoop, twist, and balance; need the ability to occasionally kneel and crawl; need the ability to grasp manual controls and the ability to use foot controls and operate gas, diesel, and electrically powered equipment.

Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02
Which of the following best describes your verifiable related experience or training?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than six (6) months
• Six (6) months but less than one (1) year
• One (1) year but less than two (2) years
• Two (2) years or more
• I do not have this experience

03
Please provide details about your verifiable related experience or training.Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume"(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilitiesIf you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
04
Do you have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) class "B" or class "A" with passenger (P) endorsement?

• Yes, I have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) "Class B" with passenger (P) endorsement
• Yes, I have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) "Class A" with passenger (P) endorsement
• No, I do not have a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) "Class B" or "Class A" with passenger (P) endorsement

Required Question